The gauge swatch is always the first thing you should make before starting anew project, it will help to give you an idea of the final dimensions, since we all crochet with a particular tension. There are people who work “loosely”, so even if they use the materials called for in the ...
Whether you design a blanket yourself or use someone else’s pattern, you need to make a gauge swatch. It will help you determine the size of your blanket and roughly calculate the amount of yarn needed for your project. Learn more aboutWhat is Gauge and Why is it Important in Crochetin...
Whether you’re looking to create a cozy beanie for the winter, a stylish accessory, or to make great gifts, learning how to crochet a hat introduces you to essential simple techniques like ribbing, decreasing stitches, and shaping. With just a hook, some yarn, and a few basic stitches, ...
Below is the step by step, picture tutorial that will walk you through how to make an extended single crochet stitch. This tutorial is for both right and left handed people. For left handed pictures, roll your mouse over the image and it will change for you. Starting with a swatch to...
Half Double Crochet(HDC) Dishcloth Crochet Pattern 1. Make a Slip Knot: Start with a slip knot on your hook. 2. Create the Foundation Chain: Chain 32 stitches (or any number, depending on how large you want your dishcloth). 3. Establish the First Row: ...
This tutorial on how to make a granny square shows you how crochet granny squares step by step, including basic crochet stitches.
30 gauge wire is used to crochet the bracelet, which is softer and easier to work with compared to my previous patterns. The softer wire, also works wells to create a flexible bracelet. The video below, by Beaducation, will walk you through crocheting a practice swatch with regular yarn, ...
If you don't want to try both, and you just want to choose a method and go, here's a starting point: Do you already crochet, holding the yarn in the left hand? Or do you find it easy to improvise and adapt hand movements? Try Continental. Do you want a sure-fire knitting method...
Confused by which size of a sweater pattern to make? To get the best fit you'll want to know what size you are, and how to read the sizing information provided in your pattern. What size are you? Just like in ready to wear clothing, there isn't really a consistent sizing system...
I did a test swatch, and the gauge of this yarn was 0.5 stitches per inch. If using a different yarn, you’ll need to make your own test swatch to see what your guage is and determine how many stitches you’ll need to make your blanket. For a lap-size blanket (about 36″ wide ...